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What’s On in Los Angeles 2/25 – 3/3

Welcome to the newest addition of Fandomental activities. We’ve often seen folks asking what there is to do in cities that doesn’t involve drinking or the club scene… but is still within the realm of affordability. Fear not, fellow Fandomentals! Well, at least those of you living in Los Angeles. We’re rolling out a Fandomental curated weekly list of events that range from culture to sports and fit several budgets. As we continue to hone and fine-tune this list, look for other “weekly suggestions” to pop up for a city near you!

Sports

MLS

LA Galaxy

The Galaxy are back with a new head coach in Guillermo Barros Schelotto, who replaces the late Sigi Schmid. Their season opener is against the Chicago Fire at the Dignity Health Sports Park (f.k.a Stubhub Center), on Saturday, March 2, at 5:00 pm. Tickets range from General Admission at $30 on up. If you plan to go, get a move on, many tickets are already gone!

LAFC

The LAFC kick off their second ever season against Kansas City Sporting at their new Banc of California stadium, on Sunday, March 3, at 5:30 pm. Tickets remaining for this game are a little pricier than the Galaxy, with the lowest currently available via resale starting at $48.

NBA

LA Lakers

Lakers fans have two home games (from the STAPLES Center) to choose from this week. First, the Lakers take on the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday, February 27, at 7:30 pm. Then the Lakers face the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday, March 2, at 7:30 pm PST. Prices for tickets start at $83 and are definitely on the high end of the budget list for the week.

LA Clippers

Like with the Lakers, Clippers fans have a choice of two homes games (also from the STAPLES Center) this week. Starting on Monday, February 25, at 7:30 pm the Clippers will take on Dallas Mavericks. Their second game will see them play the New York Knicks on Sunday, March 3, at 7:30 pm. Clippers tickets start far below the eye-watering $83 tag seen for the Lakers. You can currently grab upper-level seats for as low as $15.

Film

February 25

From 7:30/9:35 pm the New Beverly has a double feature showing of Gidget and Because They’re Young. You can buy a ticket at the theatre for $10, or online with an added service fee totaling $11.34.

February 26

The LACMA is hosting a screening of Vanishing Point at 1:00 pm. Tickets are $4 for this Tuesday matinee, held in their Bing Theatre.

February 27

The New Beverly is also hosting a matinee showing at 2:00 pm of Adam’s Rib. Tickets at the theatre are $6 or $7.20 when ordered online.

OUTFEST

Outfest Fusion begins on March 1 and runs through March 5. Presented by Bank of America, this festival highlights films for LGBTQ People of Color. General Admission tickets for screenings are $12, but $9 if you’re an Outfest member. Gala tickets are $25 for General Admission and $22 for members of Outfest. Youth age 21 and under can get into both events for free.

Treasures of Los Angeles hosted by the Los Angeles Public Library. This is an ongoing exhibition featuring a veritable treasure trove of Los Angeles history as collected by the Library. This can be viewed at the Central Library, in the Annenberg Gallery.

Sunset

Quick & Funny Musicals – Over at UCB’s Sunset location, you can catch an “abridged” version of a comedy/musical hybrid on Thursday, February 28, at 8:30 pm. Tickets are $7 at the door or $8.50 (with processing fees) online.

Groundlings

Groundlings & Groundlings, Attorneys at Law– This is the Groundlings Theatre Troupe’s main stage show, running through April 20. Showings can be seen on Friday, March 1st, at 8:00 pm, and on Saturday, March 2, at 8:00 pm or at 10:00 pm. Tickets go for $20 (and $21 if ordered online).

MagicFest Los Angeles 2019

Running from Friday, March 1st through Sunday, March 3, this Grand Prix event held at the Los Angeles Convention Center in West Hall B is a can’t miss for Magic: The Gathering fans and is open to the public.

LA Opera

The Clemency of Titus. A few tickets remain beginning at the $23 price tag for the Saturday, March 2, performance at 7:30 pm in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. Once those tickets are gone, you’re looking at the $40-ish range and up.